Ivory Coast villagers killed in Burkina Faso border attack
Four villagers were killed and another went missing in northern Ivory Coast after armed men attacked near the Burkina Faso border.
Africa’s private wealth grows despite economic challenges
Africa’s millionaire population is projected to grow sharply with South Africa leading and wealthy Africans seeking global mobility options
Al-Qaeda affiliate advances on Bamako, triggers mass displacement
JNIM pushes toward Bamako, sparking fresh displacement as Mali’s army reports heavy losses and aid dwindles
Somalia opposition signs deal with President Mohamud
A breakaway Somali opposition faction has signed an electoral deal with President Mohamud to advance one-person one-vote elections.
Libya’s al-Menfi meets US envoy on elections
Libya’s al-Menfi met with US envoy Berndt to discuss reviving the political transition, advancing national elections, and strengthening governance.
Mozambique church calls for global support to protect children
The Catholic Church in Mozambique urges urgent humanitarian aid as children face abduction and displacement in Cabo Delgado conflict.
UN experts demand activist Clement Dembele’s release
Mali activist Clement Dembele faces continued detention despite court dismissal of false charges according to UN human rights experts.
Global troops gather in Egypt for Bright Star 2025 military drills
Egypt hosts Bright Star 2025 with 43 nations including the us in one of the Middle East’s largest multinational military exercises.
Moroccan firefighters battle Chefchaouen blaze
A large forest fire in chefchaouen province has consumed 180 hectares since Thursday as Moroccan crews continue efforts with no casualties reported.
Nigeria extradites Chinese gang leader after global police pursuit
Chinese fugitive gang boss captured in Nigeria and extradited under international police cooperation to face justice.
Nigeria air strike frees 76 kidnap victims in Katsina, state says
Air strike on Pauwa Hill frees 76 hostages in Katsina amid manhunt for Babaro; one child died
Ramaphosa presses Russia, Ukraine on peace
South African leader Ramaphosa appeals for urgent Ukraine-Russia dialogue, emphasising trilateral talks with the United States to move toward peace.
Libya pushes ahead with municipal elections after Zawiya attack
Libya held elections in seven northwest municipalities after a delay, with the UN urging peaceful acceptance of results and wider participation.
US to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda
Immigration officials said Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be deported to Uganda after he declined an offer of deportation to Costa Rica in exchange for jail time.
Guinea suspends opposition parties for three months
Guinea’s military junta suspended three main political parties, including Alpha Conde’s, for three months ahead of a constitutional referendum amid fears of power consolidation.
Macron, Ramaphosa pledge cooperation
Macron pledged partnership with South Africa to build inclusive global governance while also discussing Ukraine Middle East and Great Lakes issues.
Congo prosecutor seeks death penalty for Joseph Kabila
Joseph Kabila faces a demand for execution in Congo as prosecutors press treason and war crimes charges against the former president.
Police exhume nine bodies tied to Kenya’s starvation cult tragedy
Nine bodies including two children were exhumed in Kenya and linked to the Shakahola starvation cult, with new graves found near the coast.
Burkina Faso halts Gates mosquito project
Burkina Faso suspended a Gates-backed malaria initiative involving genetically modified mosquitoes as authorities questioned its safety and public acceptance.
Cameroon court clears Biya to run again
President Paul Biya, 92, won court approval to contest Cameroon’s October elections despite opposition concerns over his age, health and governance.
Kigali denies Rwanda links to M23 attacks
Rwanda denies accusations that M23 rebels killed hundreds in Rutshuru claiming there is no evidence to support the reports.
UK agrees to pay 2.9 million pounds to Kenyans after military fire
The UK has compensated over 7,000 Kenyan residents with 2.9 million pounds after a 2021 British army fire damaged a wildlife conservancy.
Libya foils anti-tank missile strike near UN compound
UN headquarters in Tripoli came under a rocket attack that caused no casualties, while Libyan authorities swiftly seized additional missiles.
Africa’s real size gains attention as old maps face growing criticism
Advocates and the African Union are campaigning to replace Mercator maps with the Equal Earth projection to show Africa’s true size.